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1 Hotel West Hollywood

Hospitality Infused with Nature

RIOS completed landscape and interior improvements at the newest addition to the 1 Hotel portfolio in West Hollywood. The exuberant planting strategy maximizes the experience of the exterior and interior spaces and softens the existing cool-toned surfaces with warmer nature-based materials and colors. 

The design envelopes you in a natural experience through the surrounding materials like wood and clay along with an abundance of plants and flowers at every glance.

1 Hotel was featured on Dezeen and was also named #4 on Conde Nast’s list of the 2019 Best Hotels in the World.

hotel entrance with seating and plants

"We wanted to give guests a taste of the Hollywood Hills, which are an extension of the Santa Monica Mountain range running from Malibu to Griffith Park."

— Nate Cormier, Landscape Studio Director

variety of potted plants in front of building
cactus in beige cermaic planters by wooden bench

Alive with Green Moments

By infusing nature into 1 Hotel Hollywood through various moments across the property a natural and authentic sense of place provides travelers with a unique, yet quintessentially LA experience.

The 1 Hotel brand is envisioned as a platform for change, leading with the hospitality-forward goal of “sparking conversations” between guests and innovators. Inspired by nature, the design aligns thoughtfully with hotel’s high standards for design — from building materials to room furnishings and lush planters.

outdoor planter made from raw textured wood
wild grasses in rustic wood planter
rustic wood planter with lush tree

Repurposed Materials

Each detail of the landscape design fulfills this goal to meld landscape with interiors spaces through enthusiastic planting in every corner. Throughout the spaces, there is an interplay between distressed and finished woods, highlighting the inherent characteristics of each. Materials are combined and contrasted to emphasize their differences, similarities, and beauty. 

Wood planters designed by RIOS with Angel City Lumber are indicative of this holistic integration of nature and design and provide a distinct feel for the property’s main entrances.

The design brings the outdoors inside, creating a unique, natural environment inside the lobby and key spaces. Interior firm AvroKO developed the concept, while RIOS brought the interior design to life by serving as Architect of Record for this property along Sunset Boulevard. 

interior lounge with wood planks
lounge with wood floor and woman reading

The design carries the spirit of nature’s calming effect into the bohemian lobby, bar, cafe, pool lounge, and retail area. The spaces are layered with highly textured materials: reclaimed wood, distressed wood, tree bark, red brick, terra cotta tile, limestone, and natural fabrics.

outdoor lounge with modern white chairs and jute wrapped pole
woman reading beneath green trees with stone path and seating

Location

West Hollywood, California

Year Completed

2019

Markets

CommercialHospitality

Disciplines

Landscape ArchitectureInterior Architecture

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